Night Care Companion: Patient Support & Safety

VPNE Parking Solutions LLC; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

VPNE Parking Solutions LLC seeks a Patient Care Companion to assist patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role focuses on observing patients, reporting changes, and maintaining safety according to hospital procedures.

This position requires attentiveness, clear communication, and the ability to follow hospital policies and privacy guidelines. The role includes documenting observations, assisting with transfers and hygiene, and ensuring respectful, compassionate interactions

Qualifications

• Entry-level position.
• Proficient in English spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Communicate changes of assignment to the nursing office.
• Performs patient observation as assigned.
• Documents Patient’s behavior using the appropriate form/tool.
• Obtains appropriate information at the start of the shift regarding care from a Registered Nurse.
• Patient conversation guidelines should be adhered to.
• Monitors the Patient’s safety and maintains a safe environment as directed by the registered Nurse.
• Monitor patient for escalating behavior.
• Accompany the Patient to the bathroom and tests as needed.
• Demonstrate proficiency with the use of bed alarms.
• Place the Patient’s clothing and belongings in the Patient’s closet, away from the Patient.
• Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.
• Observes and reports the Patient’s status and needs to the Nurse.
• Remains on duty until relieved by oncoming coverage or the Nurse discontinues coverage.
• Patient Care Companion may be assigned to watch patients at risk for suicide.

Skills

Proficient in English

Job description

VPNE Parking Solutions LLC seeks a Patient Care Companion to assist patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role focuses on observing patients, reporting changes, and maintaining safety according to hospital procedures.

This position requires attentiveness, clear communication, and the ability to follow hospital policies and privacy guidelines. The role includes documenting observations, assisting with transfers and hygiene, and ensuring respectful, compassionate interactions